Volleyball: Berlin's coach becomes national coach

Joel Banks, the coach of the German volleyball record champions Berlin Volleys, is taking on a new role. From the summer, the 49-year-old Englishman will be the national coach in the Netherlands. According to the Dutch Volleyball Association, Banks signed a two-year contract with an option for a further two years. Banks joined the BR Volleys in 2023 and immediately became German champion and cup winner. His contract with the Berliners expires at the end of the season.

The decision as to whether the BR Volleys will extend the employment relationship with Banks beyond the end of the season is still pending. It is quite common in volleyball for coaches to have dual employment with national teams and clubs. The Englishman will succeed the Italian Roberto Piazza, who previously coached the team for two years.